School Overview
Data & methodologyOverall
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Matriculation
A
Academics
B+
Extracurriculars
A+
Community
A
Reviews
A-
Strong academics
Welcoming community
Develops student talents
Teaching students to live humanely
Excellent arts
Competitive sports
The mission of Sanford School is to identify and develop the intellectual and creative talents of a diverse group of students.
Within a caring and supportive college preparatory environment, students are encouraged and challenged to achieve their finest in academics, athletics, and the arts.
Our ultimate goal is to teach students to live humanely within the Sanford community in order to prepare them to meet the demands and responsibilities of the future in the broader world.
Within a caring and supportive college preparatory environment, students are encouraged and challenged to achieve their finest in academics, athletics, and the arts.
Our ultimate goal is to teach students to live humanely within the Sanford community in order to prepare them to meet the demands and responsibilities of the future in the broader world.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$33,225
Enrollment
685
International Students
4%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
68%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:12
Endowment
$14 million
AP
22
Average SAT Score
1273
Average ACT Score
27
Class Size
13
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 1 |
| LAC #3 | Swarthmore College | 1 |
| #25 | University of Virginia | 1 |
| #28 | New York University | 3 |
| #28 | Wake Forest University | 1 |
| #38 | Georgia Institute of Technology | 1 |
| #40 | College of William and Mary | 2 |
| #42 | Tulane University | 1 |
| #49 | Purdue University | 1 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2023-2024)Number of students who took AP tests
72
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(22)College-level independent study courses are also created and pursued based on student interests and faculty alignment.
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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French Language and Culture
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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French Language and Culture
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Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Statistics
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United States Government and Politics
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United States History
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World History
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Art History
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Chemistry
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Latin
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Environmental Science
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Computer Science A
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African American Studies
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Psychology
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Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Studio Art: Drawing
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AP Equivalent and Beyond
(1)|
University of Delaware Early College Credit Program
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Sports
(14)|
Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Sailing
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Soccer
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Wrestling
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Diving
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(31)|
Anime Club
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Archery Club
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Baking Club
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Black Student Union (BSU)
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Cultural Cooking Club
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Dungeons and Dragons
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Anime Club
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Archery Club
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Baking Club
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Black Student Union (BSU)
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Cultural Cooking Club
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Dungeons and Dragons
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Feminist Club
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Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
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Honor Council
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Inscape Literary Magazine
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Math League
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Mini-THON
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Mock Trial
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Sanford Environmental Action League (SEAL)
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Science Olympiad
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Service Club
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Sign Language Club
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Situation Room
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Sportsmanship Committee
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Student Activities Committee
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Student Media (Sanford News Network)
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Trivia/History Bowl
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Video Game Club
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Yearbook Club
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Advancement Ambassadors
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Books Unraveled
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Crumbl Cookie Club
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Empty Bowls Club
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Model UN
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LatinX
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Sanford International Student Association
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Arts
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Acting
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Band
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Choir
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Guitar
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Jazz
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Music Technology
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Acting
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Band
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Choir
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Guitar
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Jazz
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Music Technology
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Music Theory
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Percussion
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Piano
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Vocal
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Animation
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Art History
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Ceramics
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Digital Imaging
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Digital Photography
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Drawing
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Film Production
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Graphic Design
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Painting
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Photography
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Printmaking
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Sculpture
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Studio Art
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Wheelworking
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Art
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Design
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Woodworking
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Frequently Ask Questions about Sanford School
Tell me a bit about Sanford School.
Sanford School is Co-ed private day school located in Delaware, US. It was founded 1930 , and currently has about 685 students, 4.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.sanfordschool.org/page.
For more official information, please visit https://www.sanfordschool.org/page.
Does Sanford School have rigorous academic requirements?
Sanford School is offering 22 AP courses.
Sanford School also have 68% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Sanford School also have 68% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Sanford School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.5% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 5% go to top 25, and about 1.25% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Sanford School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Sanford School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Sanford School?
The day tuition for Sanford School in 2024 is
$33,225 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@sanfordschool.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@sanfordschool.org .
Where is Sanford School located?
Sanford School is located in the State of Delaware of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 29 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Sanford School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Sanford School is among the most popular schools, within top 412 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Sanford School has been favorited by 30 users.
Also Sanford School has been favorited by 30 users.
How do I complete an application for Sanford School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Sanford School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Sanford School’s official site: https://www.sanfordschool.org/page or call them at 302-235-6500.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Sanford School’s official site: https://www.sanfordschool.org/page or call them at 302-235-6500.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Sanford School?
Yes, here are few:
St. Mark's High School, The Tatnall School and Wilmington Christian School-DE.
The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Sanford School?
The overall rating for Sanford School is A.
The section ratings of Sanford School are:
A for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Sanford School are:
A for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, holds a pivotal place in U.S. history. Once the nation's capital, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. With a population of 1,603,797 as of the 2020 census, Philadelphia is a hub for arts, culture, and education. The city is known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene. It also plays a major role in life sciences, business, and industry, making it a key city in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Population (2022)
1,447,395
Cost of Living
Higher than average 7%
Nearby Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
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